Attacking multiple choice questions

USMLE is based on multiple choice questions.  There are about 322 multiple choice questions.    So knowing how to approach them is one of the key to successfully passing USMLE Step 1.  These tips will help you while practicing review questions as well. 

·         Read the question carefully and form a mental picture.  

·         Remember the key words

·         Understand the question

·         Come up with an answer before looking at the answer choices.    Many of us make the mistake of scanning the answers first.  This will lead you into a pit. 

·         Analyze and compare the answer choice against your answer.  Mentally recall the question and link back to the question. 

·         Mark the best answer.  Always mark the best answer.  There could be more than once choice but pick the BEST answer.